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Anakin Solo, eleven and ready to join the Jedi academy, feels the Force stir within him. His uncle Luke believes it is the right time for his training. Meanwhile, Tahiri, a friend of Anakin's, lives with the Tusken Raiders, unaware of her true origins. Before she can learn about her family, Tahiri must complete a dangerous challenge that will test her warrior and Jedi abilities. With Anakin by her side, she must use the Force in unprecedented ways. Success may reveal the story of her parents, while failure could bring a dire consequence for both of them.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Nancy Richardson
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